Vikrant Choursiya
IB DP Biology, ESS | AP EVS | IGCSE Biology | CAS Advisor & Photography club facilitator at The Cathedral and John Connon School- Claim this Profile
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Marathi Limited working proficiency
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Credentials
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IBDP Biology Cat 3 workshop - New curriculum (2025-onwards)
International BaccalaureateApr, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
Marking Workshop Cambridge International AS & A Level Biology (9700)
Cambridge Assessment International EducationDec, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Supporting Adolescent Learners: Social and Emotional Wellbeing
FutureLearnJun, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Cambridge A Level Biology - Part 1: Top Tips for Developing Exam Skills,
Oxford University PressMay, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Cambridge A Level Biology - Part 2: Top Tips to Improve Learning and Understanding
Oxford University PressMay, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Exam Success: AS & A Level Biology (9700)
Oxford University PressMay, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Exam Success: IGCSE Biology (0610)
Oxford University PressMay, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Planning for Teaching and Learning
Coursera - Commonwealth Education TrustMay, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Introduction to Conservation
National GeographicMay, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Prioritizing Species and Spaces
National GeographicMay, 2020- Oct, 2024
Experience
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The Cathedral and John Connon School
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India
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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IB DP Biology, ESS | AP EVS | IGCSE Biology | CAS Advisor & Photography club facilitator
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Jul 2023 - Present
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IB DP Biology ESS AP (EVS) and IGCSE Biology teacher
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Jul 2021 - Present
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IB DP Biology, ESS | AP EVS | IGCSE Biology | CAS Photography club facilitator
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Jul 2022 - Present
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International Baccalaureate
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Switzerland
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Education Administration Programs
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700 & Above Employee
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IB Examiner - Biology
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Jun 2021 - Present
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Cambridge International Education
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United Kingdom
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Education Administration Programs
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700 & Above Employee
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Assessment Specialist
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Jul 2022 - Present
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JBCN International Schools
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India
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Primary and Secondary Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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'A' Level Biology (CAIE) teacher, Life and Career Skills in-charge
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Jun 2020 - Jul 2021
- Life and Career Skills in-charge, conducting skill-development based sessions. - TEDxYouth@JBCNBorivali event Organiser
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'A' level & IGCSE (CAIE) Biology teacher
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Jun 2019 - Jul 2021
- Teaching biology with a strong emphasis on the development of skills, critical thinking, and inquiry-based approach, to make concept being studied into the real-life context to ESL & EAL students. - IPQ supervisor, incharge of Life and Career Skills sessions for learners, assisted in conducting internal examinations. - Conducting and grading regular formative and summative assessments, classwork, homework, assignments, and giving feedback on the same to students. -… Show more - Teaching biology with a strong emphasis on the development of skills, critical thinking, and inquiry-based approach, to make concept being studied into the real-life context to ESL & EAL students. - IPQ supervisor, incharge of Life and Career Skills sessions for learners, assisted in conducting internal examinations. - Conducting and grading regular formative and summative assessments, classwork, homework, assignments, and giving feedback on the same to students. - Guided and supervised students in various school club activities like STEM Club (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) in designing a vertical garden, TED Club for TEDEd event. - Conducting regular field visits for Natural History observations to encourage holistic learning and coordinated clean up drives in the national park as part of International Award for Young People (IAYP - Duke of Edinburgh's International Award in India) and IB CAS programme. - Working effectively as a team member, participate and conduct professional development workshops.
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Tridha - A Rudolf Steiner School
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Mumbai Area, India
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'A' level & IGCSE (CAIE) Biology Teacher
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Mar 2017 - May 2019
Taught IGCSE, A level (CAIE) & Waldorf curriculum Biology, Ecology & Astronomy Plan and deliver lessons that facilitate active learning, develop various methods to help students get more involved in lab experiments. Grade classwork, homework, tests and assignments, counseling students, and encouraging them. Worked with faculty members to develop engaging after-school educational activities. Introduced and conducted regular field visits for Natural History observations to encourage… Show more Taught IGCSE, A level (CAIE) & Waldorf curriculum Biology, Ecology & Astronomy Plan and deliver lessons that facilitate active learning, develop various methods to help students get more involved in lab experiments. Grade classwork, homework, tests and assignments, counseling students, and encouraging them. Worked with faculty members to develop engaging after-school educational activities. Introduced and conducted regular field visits for Natural History observations to encourage holistic learning. Along with regular academics and extra-curricular the school also gave me opportunities to attend subject workshops/meetings organized by CAIE and Members of the International Schools Association (MISA). Show less Taught IGCSE, A level (CAIE) & Waldorf curriculum Biology, Ecology & Astronomy Plan and deliver lessons that facilitate active learning, develop various methods to help students get more involved in lab experiments. Grade classwork, homework, tests and assignments, counseling students, and encouraging them. Worked with faculty members to develop engaging after-school educational activities. Introduced and conducted regular field visits for Natural History observations to encourage… Show more Taught IGCSE, A level (CAIE) & Waldorf curriculum Biology, Ecology & Astronomy Plan and deliver lessons that facilitate active learning, develop various methods to help students get more involved in lab experiments. Grade classwork, homework, tests and assignments, counseling students, and encouraging them. Worked with faculty members to develop engaging after-school educational activities. Introduced and conducted regular field visits for Natural History observations to encourage holistic learning. Along with regular academics and extra-curricular the school also gave me opportunities to attend subject workshops/meetings organized by CAIE and Members of the International Schools Association (MISA). Show less
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Sanjay Gandhi National Park - India
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India
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Naturalist, Educator
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2012 - 2017
Environment Education, Teacher training, Wildlife camps Environment Education, Teacher training, Wildlife camps
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Om Sai Academy
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Mumbai Area, India
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Biology Tutor
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2013 - 2015
Teaching Biology subject to the students, preparing study material and conducting regular tests. Teaching Biology subject to the students, preparing study material and conducting regular tests.
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Education
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University of Mumbai
Bachelor's degree, Secondary Education and Teaching (Science & Environmental Science) -
Bhavans College
Master’s Degree, Zoology-Animal Physiology -
Bhavans College
Bachelor's Degree, Zoology -
Bhavans College
High School, Science -
St. Blaise High School
SSC, Distinction -
Holy Family Convent High School